Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVI)
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TAVI (Transcatheter Aortic Valve Implantation)
It is a method of changing heart valves without opening the chest by using a catheter to insert an artificial heart valve to replace the deteriorated heart valve, especially in patients with aortic valve stenosis. This method reduces the risk of major surgery and helps to recover faster. It is suitable for elderly patients or those who are at high risk from traditional surgery.
TAVI technology reduces pain and changes lives for patients
- How it works: Transcatheter aortic valve replacement
- No need to open your chest
- Short recovery time
- Less pain
- Reduce hospital stay
- Suitable for people who cannot undergo major surgery.
Aortic Valve Stenosis
It is a condition in which the aortic valve, which controls blood flow from the heart to the great artery (Aorta), becomes narrowed or stenotic, สมัครสมาชิก UFABET วันนี้ รับเครดิตฟรีทุกวัน resulting in difficulty in blood flow. This can cause the heart to work harder, leading to fatigue, chest pain, or loss of consciousness.
This condition is common in older adults and if left untreated can lead to heart failure. Treatment may include using TAVI technology to replace the heart valve without major surgery.
Aortic Valve Stenosis: Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
- Difficulty breathing
- Easily tired
- Chest pain during exertion
How to take care of yourself after a heart valve replacement
- Take medication as directed.
- Heart health check-up as scheduled
- Avoid lifting heavy objects.
- Do light exercise, such as walking.